A university awarded scholarships to 25 first-generation college students

Park rangers lead educational hikes to teach visitors about local flora and faunaNewspaper reports success of local farmers market in supporting small family farms

Astronomers share new images of distant galaxy captured by space telescopeCross country team sets new school record at state championship meetStudy finds that reading to infants helps develop early language skills

Bakery offers low sugar cookies and pastries for health conscious customersPolice department launches app for reporting minor crimes and traffic issues

Art gallery hosts opening reception for exhibit by local contemporary artists

Research shows that regular stretching reduces muscle pain after exerciseA city implemented a program to reduce homelessness by providing permanent supportive housing

A study revealed that 70% of people feel lonely at least once a week highlighting a growing social issueA group of activists campaigned for better access to healthcare for people with disabilities

A school introduced a program to teach students about financial literacy to prepare them for adulthoodA famous museum opened a new exhibition featuring 100 ancient artifacts from around the world

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• ·Football league expands playoff format to include 12 teams next season
• ·A tech company donated to an education charity
• ·A team of marine biologists discovered a new species of dolphin in the Indian Ocean
• ·A hospital hired more nurses to reduce patient to nurse ratios in the medical ward
• ·A charity organization built temporary housing for families displaced by a volcanic eruption
• ·A blizzard hit the northeastern states dumping 2.5 feet of snow and closing airports
• ·A bookstore offered a discount on all hardcover books during a weekend sale
• ·Scientists have discovered a new species of deep-sea shrimp that can survive in extremely high-temperature vents
• ·Scientists found a new moon orbiting a gas giant in our solar system
• ·The national hockey league started its new season with a special charity game
• ·Scientists made a breakthrough in renewable energy storage technology
• ·A new survey found that 85% of employees value work-life balance more than a high salary
• ·A local library opened a new digital section offering free e-books audiobooks and online databases
• ·Theater group puts on production of classic play with modern adaptation
• ·The government launched a campaign to encourage people to reduce food waste at home
• ·A survey found that 60% of people prefer working from home at least two days a week